Judge, 1919-07-05 · page 35 of 36
Judge — July 5, 1919 — page 35: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This is primarily an **advertisement**, not a political cartoon. The page promotes a subscription offer for Abbott's six-volume *Life of Napoleon Bonaparte*, published July 5, 1919—shortly after World War I ended. The ad uses romantic language about Napoleon's rise from poverty to power, emphasizing his "will" and ability to transform chaos into order. The illustration shows Napoleon on horseback addressing troops, a classic heroic pose. **Context we'd miss today**: In 1919, this was promoting nationalist and militaristic ideals—celebrating a military strongman who conquered through force. The emphasis on "power of will" and individual genius had unfortunate resonance with rising fascist movements of the 1920s-30s. The ad appears designed to appeal to readers nostalgic for strong leadership after WWI's devastation. The subscription offer ($1.00 down, installments accepted) targets working-class readers seeking self-improvement through historical knowledge—a common early 20th-century marketing pitch.
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